How Does Laser Hair Removal Work?

Laser hair removal is continuously gaining popularity among men and women who are interested in getting fuzz free body safely and permanently. But ‘how does laser hair removal work and will it work for me?’ is a common question that many people ask. Well, laser hair removal is an effective procedure for nearly everyone but its results may vary from one individual to another depending on various factors. Want to know how laser hair removal works? Continue reading.

Laser hair removal is non-invasive cosmetic treatment that uses beams of highly concentrated laser energy to destroy the hair follicles permanently. The procedure is virtually painless and does not require any kind of anesthetic. However, practitioner may apply numbing cream to minimize discomfort and pain. The treatment requires less than an hour for even large areas of body. The outcomes of laser hair removal are usually permanent but require multiple sessions. The number of sessions may vary from one individual to another depending on various factors.

How laser hair removal works?

As mentioned earlier, laser hair removal uses laser energy to zap unwanted hair on the body permanently. How laser works? It actually penetrates in the hair follicles and targets melanin – dark pigment in the hair follicles that gives color to the skin and hairs – which damages the follicles enough to retard future hair growth. Laser device emits a specific beam of light, which passes through the skin and is absorbed by melanin without causing any damage to surface skin layer.

The procedure was originally developed for darker hair and lighter skin tone but new technologies have made the procedure much easier and safer. Lasers now work on lighter hair and darker skin as well. Various types of lasers are available. Alexandrite, diode and ND YAG are the most commonly used ones.

How the procedure is performed?

Laser hair removal is very simple, quick and virtually painless treatment. The steps of the procedure include:

Treatment area is shaved – prior to introducing laser to the skin, treatment area is cleansed and shaved.

Application of gel – all the lasers do not require any type of gel but sometimes a gel is applied on the skin to avoid any burns and risks of pigmentation.

Hair follicles are destroyed – then laser device is moved across the skin in a controlled motion. It emits laser beams that destroy hair follicles.

Cooling gel is applied – finally, cooling gel is applied on the skin to reduce discomfort or burning sensation.

Does laser hair removal work for everyone?

Well, technically the answer to this question is yes but various factors need consideration. Every individual has different skin type and the density, color and thickness of hair also varies. So, lasers require proper adjustment to produce desired results. The intensity of lasers can be adjusted according to the skin sensitivity; however, low intensity may take more time to give desired results.

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